Commentary

/ˈkɒmənˌtɛri/

Meaning & Definition

noun

A set of explanations or comments on a particular text, event, or situation.

The author's commentary provides valuable insights into the themes of the book.

An expression of opinions or explanations about an event or situation.

The news report was accompanied by a commentary from a political analyst.

A spoken description of an event, often made during a broadcast.

The live commentary during the football match kept the viewers engaged with the action.

A collection of annotations or remarks on a specific subject, often in a scholarly context.

The ancient manuscript included a detailed commentary by the editor.

From Latin 'commentarium', meaning 'a discussion, explanation'.

running commentary

A continuous narration or discussion on an event as it happens.

live commentary

Real-time remarks or descriptions during an ongoing event.

audio commentary

A recorded spoken commentary that can accompany a film or piece of media.

anecdote

A brief, amusing account of an interesting event.

critique

A detailed analysis and assessment of something.

review

A formal assessment of something with opinions.

Hot take

Her hot take on the latest movie sparked a lively debate.

Shade

He threw some shade in his commentary about the new policy.